Title: High-resolution seasonal climate prediction with stepwise cluster analysis: a case study for Prince Edward Island, Canada Journal: Climate Dynamics DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00382-025-07663-2 Abstract: Global warming has become a pervasive force, impacting environments and livelihoods around the globe. Accurate and high-resolution seasonal climate predictions have become a critical aspect of climate research, providing valuable insights for agriculture, tourism, fisheries, and disaster preparedness sectors. This study introduces a stepwise cluster analysis (SCA) approach for predicting seasonal […]
Title: Advanced machine learning for regional potato yield prediction: analysis of essential drivers Journal: npj Sustainable Agriculture DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/s44264-025-00052-6 Abstract: Localized yield prediction is critical for farmers and policymakers, supporting sustainability, food security, and climate change adaptation. This research evaluates machine learning models, including Random Forest and Gradient Boosting, for predicting crop yields. These models can be adapted for in-season yield forecasting, providing predictions as early as one month before […]
Title: Turning Waste into Wealth: Pioneering the Bioeconomy for a Sustainable Future Presenter: Dr. Bishnu Acharya, Associate Professor, University of Saskatchewan Date & Time: May 30, 2025, 1:00 – 2:00 PM (Atlantic Time) Registration: https://t.ly/S3YC7 (The webinar is free but registration is needed to receive the Zoom link). Abstract: In a world facing the dual crises of climate change and resource depletion, there lies a critical but often overlooked opportunity: […]
Title: Advanced Mechanized Systems for Sustainable Food Production Presenter: Dr. Travis Esau, Associate Professor, Dalhousie University Date & Time: May 23, 2025 01:00 PM (Atlantic Time) Registration: https://t.ly/Rfs5d (The webinar is free but registration is needed to receive the Zoom link). Abstract: Wild blueberries are a perennial crop native to northeastern North America and are one of eastern Canada’s most economically important crops, with a 2021 farm gate value of […]
Title: Repurposing Biomass and Organic Waste into Engineered Biocarbon Materials Presenter: Dr. Yulin Hu, Assistant Professor, University of Prince Edward Island Date & Time: March 21, 2025, 1:30 – 2:30 PM (Atlantic Time) Registration: https://t.ly/f2e2q (The webinar is free but registration is needed to receive the Zoom link). Abstract: Biocarbon materials are carbonaceous solids derived from biomass and organic waste through thermochemical conversion at a limited O2 condition. The use of […]
Title: Building a Resilient Cropping System Amidst Climate Change Presenter: Dr. Mumtaz Cheema, Professor, Memorial University of Newfoundland Date & Time: March 7, 2025, 1:00 – 2:00 PM (Atlantic Time) Registration: https://t.ly/7w8v9 (The webinar is free but registration is needed to receive the Zoom link). Abstract: Agricultural sustainability faces threats from climate change, traditional agronomic practices, extensive agrochemical use, tillage practices, and soil degradation, lead to nutrient losses and elevated […]
Climate Forum 2024 was successfully hosted on August 12-16, 2024 in the Canadian Centre for Climate Change and Adaptation, St. Peter’s Bay, Prince Edward Island, Canada. Climate Forum 2024 offered 5 days of enriched activities, including keynote presentations, poster presentations, panel discussions, short courses (on climate data analytics, geospatial visualization, and R software programming), and field visits in PEI. The Climate Forum is a flagship scientific event launched by Dr. […]
CLISA is the first multi-institutional training program in Canada towards climate smart agriculture to help address the need for HQPs who possess appropriate knowledge and expertise in climate change, precision agriculture, water and soil management, sustainable food production and food value chains, and climate-smart financing and policies to promote the development and application of innovative technologies and strategies in Canadian farming practices.
